Question 1

Which of the following substances has FDA approval for use as a prescription weight loss medication?

Accepted Answer

A)  Saxenda 
B)  Yohimbe 
C)  Raspberry ketone 
D)  Ephedra 
A)  Saxenda 
B)  Yohimbe 
C)  Raspberry ketone 
D)  Ephedra A

Question 2

A scientist wants to develop a medication that safely reduces hunger to help obese people lose weight. Based on this information, this researcher will explore ways to stimulate the production, release, or action of

Accepted Answer

A)  insulin. 
B)  ghrelin. 
C)  glucagon. 
D)  leptin. 
A)  insulin. 
B)  ghrelin. 
C)  glucagon. 
D)  leptin. D

Question 3

The _____ is a numerical value that's based on the relationship between weight and risk of chronic health problems associated with excess body fat.

Accepted Answer

A)  basal metabolic rate 
B)  waist/hip ratio 
C)  body mass index 
D)  maximal skinfold thickness 
A)  basal metabolic rate 
B)  waist/hip ratio 
C)  body mass index 
D)  maximal skinfold thickness C

Question 4

_____ is the primary source of direct energy for cells.

Accepted Answer

A)  ATP 
B)  Glucose 
C)  Fat 
D)  Protein 
A)  ATP 
B)  Glucose 
C)  Fat 
D)  Protein

Question 5

Ginny is a 20-year-old world class gymnast who suffers from female athlete triad. Based on this information, she has

Accepted Answer

A)  low energy intake. 
B)  type 1 diabetes. 
C)  high bone density. 
D)  metabolic syndrome. 
A)  low energy intake. 
B)  type 1 diabetes. 
C)  high bone density. 
D)  metabolic syndrome.

Question 6

Fred's BMI is 32.4, his waist circumference is 44 inches, and his hip circumference is 40 inches. Based on this information, he has a higher than average risk of

Accepted Answer

A)  pernicious anemia. 
B)  cardiovascular disease. 
C)  ulcerative colitis. 
D)  elevated HDL cholesterol. 
A)  pernicious anemia. 
B)  cardiovascular disease. 
C)  ulcerative colitis. 
D)  elevated HDL cholesterol.

Question 7

Ashley's BMI is 16.8. Based on this information, her weight is in the _____ range.

Accepted Answer

A)  overweight 
B)  underweight 
C)  obese 
D)  healthy 
A)  overweight 
B)  underweight 
C)  obese 
D)  healthy

Question 8

Obese people are more likely to develop _____ than people who aren't obese.

Accepted Answer

A)  gallbladder disease 
B)  cretinism 
C)  elevated HDL cholesterol 
D)  iron-deficiency anemia 
A)  gallbladder disease 
B)  cretinism 
C)  elevated HDL cholesterol 
D)  iron-deficiency anemia

Question 9

Hank is a competitive athlete who weighs 85 kg and trains for less than 4 hours, every other day. He would like to plan a nutritionally adequate diet that provides enough carbohydrate to maintain his weight and glycogen stores during training and competition. According to expert recommendations, he should consume _____ grams of carbohydrate daily.

Accepted Answer

A)  520 to 900 
B)  580 to 1050 
C)  420 to 700 
D)  255 to 850 
A)  520 to 900 
B)  580 to 1050 
C)  420 to 700 
D)  255 to 850

Question 10

Which of the following substances doesn't have FDA approval for use as a prescribed weight loss medication?

Accepted Answer

A)  Contrave 
B)  Belviq 
C)  Orlistat 
D)  Ephedra 
A)  Contrave 
B)  Belviq 
C)  Orlistat 
D)  Ephedra

Question 11

Jared is a healthy 23-year-old who exercises but isn't an athlete. Based on this information, most of his body's total energy use is for

Accepted Answer

A)  NEAT. 
B)  TEF. 
C)  physical activity. 
D)  basal metabolism. 
A)  NEAT. 
B)  TEF. 
C)  physical activity. 
D)  basal metabolism.

Question 12

Erin is following a safe and medically sound weight loss program to lose 20 pounds. According to this information, her program

Accepted Answer

A)  limits her energy intake to no more than 800 kcal/day. 
B)  reduces her metabolic rate by 20%. 
C)  requires dietary supplements that contain vitamins, minerals, and ephedra. 
D)  includes regular physical activity. 
A)  limits her energy intake to no more than 800 kcal/day. 
B)  reduces her metabolic rate by 20%. 
C)  requires dietary supplements that contain vitamins, minerals, and ephedra. 
D)  includes regular physical activity.

Question 13

Lance's goal is to win a marathon bicycle race. He trains aerobically for at least 90 minutes daily. He weighs 80 kg. Based on this information, what is the minimum number of kilocalories he needs to consume daily to maintain his body weight while in training and during a race?

Accepted Answer

A)  3000 
B)  6000 
C)  5000 
D)  4000 
A)  3000 
B)  6000 
C)  5000 
D)  4000

Question 14

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Weight lifting and other strength exercises can increase your bone mass. 
B)  Performing household chores on a regular basis can reduce your risk of type 1 diabetes. 
C)  In general, television watching is classified as a moderate-intensity physical activity. 
D)  A well-planned exercise program includes 30 minutes of strength training at least 5 days/week. 
A)  Weight lifting and other strength exercises can increase your bone mass. 
B)  Performing household chores on a regular basis can reduce your risk of type 1 diabetes. 
C)  In general, television watching is classified as a moderate-intensity physical activity. 
D)  A well-planned exercise program includes 30 minutes of strength training at least 5 days/week.

Question 15

While Trey is relaxing while watching television, his muscles are relying primarily on ____ for energy.

Accepted Answer

A)  amino acids 
B)  fat 
C)  glycogen 
D)  glucose 
A)  amino acids 
B)  fat 
C)  glycogen 
D)  glucose

Question 16

Alicia's goal is to become a world-class endurance athlete. She trains aerobically for at least 90 minutes daily. She weighs 55 kg. Based on this information, what is the minimum number of kilocalories she needs to consume daily to maintain her body weight while in training?

Accepted Answer

A)  3700 
B)  5700 
C)  4700 
D)  2475 
A)  3700 
B)  5700 
C)  4700 
D)  2475

Question 17

Tyrone's BMI is 27.2. Based on this information, his weight is in the _____ range.

Accepted Answer

A)  overweight 
B)  underweight 
C)  healthy 
D)  extremely obese 
A)  overweight 
B)  underweight 
C)  healthy 
D)  extremely obese

Question 18

The liver can convert _____ into glucose that can be released into the bloodstream or stored as glycogen.

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin D 
B)  ATP 
C)  fatty acids 
D)  lactate 
A)  vitamin D 
B)  ATP 
C)  fatty acids 
D)  lactate

Question 19

_____ is the primary function of adipose cells.

Accepted Answer

A)  Metabolizing amino acids to build muscle tissue 
B)  Metabolizing glucose to generate heat 
C)  Storing fat 
D)  Storing glycogen 
A)  Metabolizing amino acids to build muscle tissue 
B)  Metabolizing glucose to generate heat 
C)  Storing fat 
D)  Storing glycogen

Question 20

_____ limits the amount of food a person can eat at one time.

Accepted Answer

A)  Bariatric surgery 
B)  Liposuction solution 
C)  Stomachectomy 
D)  Colonoscopy 
A)  Bariatric surgery 
B)  Liposuction solution 
C)  Stomachectomy 
D)  Colonoscopy

Which of the following substances has FDA approval for use as a prescription weight loss medication?

A scientist wants to develop a medication that safely reduces hunger to help obese people lose weight. Based on this information, this researcher will explore ways to stimulate the production, release, or action of

The _____ is a numerical value that's based on the relationship between weight and risk of chronic health problems associated with excess body fat.

_____ is the primary source of direct energy for cells.

Ginny is a 20-year-old world class gymnast who suffers from female athlete triad. Based on this information, she has

Fred's BMI is 32.4, his waist circumference is 44 inches, and his hip circumference is 40 inches. Based on this information, he has a higher than average risk of

Ashley's BMI is 16.8. Based on this information, her weight is in the _____ range.

Obese people are more likely to develop _____ than people who aren't obese.

Which of the following substances doesn't have FDA approval for use as a prescribed weight loss medication?

Jared is a healthy 23-year-old who exercises but isn't an athlete. Based on this information, most of his body's total energy use is for

Erin is following a safe and medically sound weight loss program to lose 20 pounds. According to this information, her program

Lance's goal is to win a marathon bicycle race. He trains aerobically for at least 90 minutes daily. He weighs 80 kg. Based on this information, what is the minimum number of kilocalories he needs to consume daily to maintain his body weight while in training and during a race?

Which of the following statements is true?

While Trey is relaxing while watching television, his muscles are relying primarily on ____ for energy.

Alicia's goal is to become a world-class endurance athlete. She trains aerobically for at least 90 minutes daily. She weighs 55 kg. Based on this information, what is the minimum number of kilocalories she needs to consume daily to maintain her body weight while in training?

Tyrone's BMI is 27.2. Based on this information, his weight is in the _____ range.

The liver can convert _____ into glucose that can be released into the bloodstream or stored as glycogen.

_____ is the primary function of adipose cells.

_____ limits the amount of food a person can eat at one time.

Food Is More Than Something to Eat

Nutrition Information: Fact or Fiction

Making More Nutritious Choices

How Food Becomes You

Carbohydrates: Fuel and Fiber

Lipids: Focusing on Fats and Cholesterol

Proteins: Lifes Building Blocks

Vitamins: Nutrients That Multitask

Key Minerals, Water, and the Nonnutrient Alcohol

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Exam 10: Nutrition for a Healthy Weight and Fit Body

Which of the following substances has FDA approval for use as a prescription weight loss medication?

A scientist wants to develop a medication that safely reduces hunger to help obese people lose weight. Based on this information, this researcher will explore ways to stimulate the production, release, or action of

The _____ is a numerical value that's based on the relationship between weight and risk of chronic health problems associated with excess body fat.

_____ is the primary source of direct energy for cells.

Ginny is a 20-year-old world class gymnast who suffers from female athlete triad. Based on this information, she has

Fred's BMI is 32.4, his waist circumference is 44 inches, and his hip circumference is 40 inches. Based on this information, he has a higher than average risk of

Ashley's BMI is 16.8. Based on this information, her weight is in the _____ range.

Obese people are more likely to develop _____ than people who aren't obese.

Which of the following substances doesn't have FDA approval for use as a prescribed weight loss medication?

Jared is a healthy 23-year-old who exercises but isn't an athlete. Based on this information, most of his body's total energy use is for

Erin is following a safe and medically sound weight loss program to lose 20 pounds. According to this information, her program

Lance's goal is to win a marathon bicycle race. He trains aerobically for at least 90 minutes daily. He weighs 80 kg. Based on this information, what is the minimum number of kilocalories he needs to consume daily to maintain his body weight while in training and during a race?

Which of the following statements is true?

While Trey is relaxing while watching television, his muscles are relying primarily on ____ for energy.

Alicia's goal is to become a world-class endurance athlete. She trains aerobically for at least 90 minutes daily. She weighs 55 kg. Based on this information, what is the minimum number of kilocalories she needs to consume daily to maintain her body weight while in training?

Tyrone's BMI is 27.2. Based on this information, his weight is in the _____ range.

The liver can convert _____ into glucose that can be released into the bloodstream or stored as glycogen.

_____ is the primary function of adipose cells.

_____ limits the amount of food a person can eat at one time.

Food Is More Than Something to Eat

Nutrition Information: Fact or Fiction

Making More Nutritious Choices

How Food Becomes You

Carbohydrates: Fuel and Fiber

Lipids: Focusing on Fats and Cholesterol

Proteins: Lifes Building Blocks

Vitamins: Nutrients That Multitask

Key Minerals, Water, and the Nonnutrient Alcohol

Nutrition for Your Life, Environment, and World

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